Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Chesapeake, VA

...and children as an ESL instructor. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am particularly passionate about helping students with college applications and STEM subjects. My love for the humanities and literature arts also holds importance in my work, and I aim to encourage a deep appreciation for these fields in my students. In my free time, I enjoy watching films, reading, running, painting, and cooking. I find great satisfaction in helping students...

I have been a nursing educator for 11 years. I have taught at all levels in associate degree RN programs except for the specialties of OB pediatrics and mental health. I am currently an administrator who has knowledge of curriculum development, NCLEX blueprint, test taking strategies and study habits. I want to help students think like a nurse using clinical judgment and nursing process.

...Pi, which is an engineering honor society. My primary tutoring experience has mainly been with entry level college students in the fields of science, math, and engineering. I am a firm proponent of learning and understanding the mechanisms involved in solving problems as this results in a wider application of knowledge as compared to solving simply for an answer. In my spare time I enjoy science fiction literature and keep myself busy with lots of...

...taught math for the past 4 years at multiple schools in Tennessee. During that time, I taught 7th and 8th grade math, algebra, high school geometry with common-core aligned curriculum. I earned the highest value-added score (5/5) by the State of Tennessee for each year I taught. I also coached and managed other math teachers for 1 year. I am passionate about helping students understand math in a clear and conceptual manner! Currently pursuing a...

...am a Registered Nurse with over 35 years of experience in the Emergency Department, Critical Care and Interfacility transport. My academic career has been working with students in the nursing and emergency medical services programs for over 20 years. My Master of Science in Nursing was received from Bowie State University in Maryland. Nursing school is an arduous journey. Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology are areas that I enjoy teaching. A strong foundation in these areas...

...was inspired to teach by my own experiences in school; in particular by my professors in Medical School. Above all they treated me as an individual, encouraged me to achieve my personal best and to think critically about many situations within the medical field. Although my coursework is tough, my professors enthusiasm and commitment motivated me to overcome many obstacles throughout my graduate career. These experiences have inspired me to give what I've learned back...

...am currently a master's student in the SW program at Virginia Commonwealth University. I completed high school at sixteen years old with a 4.11 GPA and a certification as a Medical Assistant. I have been tutoring all throughout high school and into my college years. I have tutored peers in preparation for exams, and I have served as a mentor for multiple students in elementary and middle school. My favorite subjects to tutor are math...

...am a Virginia state-licensed English teacher with thirteen years of experience in classroom teaching and online tutoring. I have worked with elementary through college-aged students, at remedial to advanced levels. I have a B.A. in English, Linguistics, and Speech from the University of Mary Washington(2006) and an M.A.Ed. in Secondary English Education from the College of William and Mary(2009). I tutor math and history, but my primary focus is on English Language Arts--the subject about...

I like to help students get prepared for university. I do this by simplifying the material they are struggling with, and re-presenting fundamental concepts in my own terms.

...my Bachelor's in History from Trinity University, and my Master's in History from The College of William and Mary; I am just now about to begin my doctoral studies at the University of Oregon. The subjects I tutor are history, philosophy, English, writing (essay editing, and the GRE written portion), and GRE verbal. My experience in both my undergraduate and graduate programs has provided me significant insight and knowledge into these fields. Previously, I've tutored...

...am a middle school science teacher. I am really excited to be here because I want to help each and every one of you reach your learning goal and excel. My goal as a tutor is to not only make sure you catch up in a subject but that you get ahead. I've tutored many students throughout all grade levels including some of my friends in college and I want you to know that with...

You don't have to know all the answers, but just where to get them. I look forward to working with each student to reach their potential. My tutoring approach is very simple. Whether it's an acronym, a creative song/saying, a book, or a picture, I am looking to use all the tools that will help the student connect the dots in their lesson! :)

...of such learning look like?" Whether I am teaching history, psychology, or ethics, I make clear at the beginning of each unit, each class, and each activity precisely what I want everyone to know or be able to do, as well as how the particular moment serves the larger learning outcome. I have found that when I am clear about learning goals, so too are my students. More to the point, when I am unclear...

...make a great effort to get the students involved and interested by drawing connections between chemistry in class and life/movies/news, etc. I am ready to help all students by answering their questions and frequently addressing some questions to them. Whenever my students are struggling, I would make them think of a solution not just tell them the answer. This ensures that my students learn the material. Feedback on assignments as well as learning materials is...

...we are faced with obstacles in learning we don't believe we can overcome. As a tutor, it's my duty to aim higher with my students in grasping that new idea or internalizing the keystone concept. I take a holistic approach to learning, since our education should be structured not only to help us pass exams but to additionally give us enjoyment and perspective for life's ups and downs. I began teaching in earnest over a...

...through the workbooks to prepare for taking the exams myself. The trick is to learn the test and know how to beat it with the right tools, and I am eager to pass along what I have learned from years of studying for and taking standardized tests. There is nothing quite like sitting down in the testing room and feeling cool, calm, and collected, and I want to help others feel confident, not terrified, when...

...from Northwestern University Law School this May. I studied at St. Ignatius College Prep and graduated summa cum laude from Villanova University (including a two-term stint at Cambridge University). Between Villanova and Northwestern I worked at an academic non-profit organization and evaluated hundreds of fellowship candidates' writing and academic work. I will work with each student to craft a personalized plan of study and improvement based on the student's strengths and challenges.

I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...

...first began tutoring seriously in college. I began with college algebra and moved on to science courses such as chemistry, genetics, and biology. I also tutored some remedial math and english courses. No jobs other than teaching and medicine bring me everything I want in a career. I love to help others because I have benefited so much from others help in the past. My goal is to inspire a few other students to take...

...graduated from Swarthmore College with a degree in biology, and then obtained an MD (Doctor of Medicine) and a PhD in Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology from Thomas Jefferson University. I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital. My favorite part about teaching is trying to convey to my students how I think through a problem and adapting that to their learning process. I think I am talented at helping people understand topics by...